| Author |
Jewitt, Llewellynn Frederick William, 1816-1886 |
| Title |
The ceramic art of Great Britain from pre-historic times down to the present day, Volume 2 (of 2) : being a history of the ancient and modern pottery and porcelain works of the kingdom and of their productions of every class
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| Original Publication |
London: Virtue and Co., Limited, 1878.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"The Ceramic Art of Great Britain from Pre-Historic Times Down to the Present Day" by Llewellynn Jewitt is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work meticulously catalogs the development of pottery and porcelain in Great Britain, showcasing various works and productions from ancient times to contemporary practices. The focus of the book is on the rich history of ceramic art, detailing the many potteries, their innovations, and the artisans behind them. The opening of the book provides an introduction to the earthenware works in the Newcastle-upon-Tyne area, referencing the establishment of potteries and their evolution over the years. It mentions significant manufacturers and their contributions to the industry while highlighting the types of goods produced, such as white and brown wares. Through detailed descriptions of location-specific potteries, the text sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the ceramic art culture in Britain, emphasizing the industrial and artisanal practices associated with this craft throughout its history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
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| Subject |
Pottery, British -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74068 |
| Release Date |
Jul 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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